What we’re about
Passionate about post-its, bonkers about blueprints or just want to connect with other like-minded thinker, doers and change makers?
Join us for the 'Service Designers Connect' meet-up and help shape the future of a vibrant community here in the heart of the East Midlands.
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What’s this session about?
We’ll be celebrating the 14th Global Accessibility Awareness Day!
How will we be doing that?
We’ll be joined by accessibility expert Nichole Browne, who’ll be running a hands-on empathy lab experience created specifically for designers and product managers who are passionate about building accessible and inclusive products.
About the session
The Empathy Lab Experience is an award-winning workshop that will take you beyond theory—allowing you to step into the real-world challenges faced by people with various disabilities and impairments.
Through interactive simulations you’ll gain insights into accessibility issues from a fresh perspective.
Attending this session, you will…
- gain practical skills and simple, actionable strategies you can bring back to your team
- explore the positive impact accessibility can have on your products, brand, and bottom line
- learn how the European Accessibility Act coming into effect in June 2025 will impact your organisation
This is a great opportunity to deepen your understanding, enhance your design process, and make a real difference in users' lives.
Come ready to learn, engage, and transform your approach to accessibility!
Anything else?
There'll be plenty of time for drinks, nibbles, and conversations!
About Nichole
Nichole Browne is the heart and mind behind accessibility at the Empathy Lab Experience, where she passionately leads programs that make inclusivity a reality.
With over 30 years in user research, UX design, and digital accessibility, Nichole brings a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience from her work at the University of Nottingham, the Department for Transport, and the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency.
Known for her genuine commitment to accessibility, Nichole has a knack for turning ideas into impactful, real-world initiatives. In her role today, she continues to champion a world where every product, service, and digital experience is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of all users.
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What’s this session about?
We’ll be celebrating the 14th Global Accessibility Awareness Day!How will we be doing that?
We’ll be joined by accessibility expert Nichole Browne, who’ll be running a hands-on empathy lab experience created specifically for designers and product managers who are passionate about building accessible and inclusive products.About the session
The Empathy Lab Experience is an award-winning workshop that will take you beyond theory—allowing you to step into the real-world challenges faced by people with various disabilities and impairments.Through interactive simulations you’ll gain insights into accessibility issues from a fresh perspective.
Attending this session, you will…
- gain practical skills and simple, actionable strategies you can bring back to your team
- explore the positive impact accessibility can have on your products, brand, and bottom line
- learn how the European Accessibility Act coming into effect in June 2025 will impact your organisation
This is a great opportunity to deepen your understanding, enhance your design process, and make a real difference in users' lives.
Come ready to learn, engage, and transform your approach to accessibility!
Anything else?
There'll be plenty of time for drinks, nibbles, and conversations!About Nichole
Nichole Browne is the heart and mind behind accessibility at the Empathy Lab Experience, where she passionately leads programs that make inclusivity a reality.With over 30 years in user research, UX design, and digital accessibility, Nichole brings a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience from her work at the University of Nottingham, the Department for Transport, and the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency.
Known for her genuine commitment to accessibility, Nichole has a knack for turning ideas into impactful, real-world initiatives. In her role today, she continues to champion a world where every product, service, and digital experience is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of all users.
